Our Team

  • Dr Bridget O’Connor
    General Practitioner

    Bridget is Principal GP at Sirona Women’s Health, she enjoys all aspects of General Practice however is passionate about women’s health. 

    *Limited new patient availability, please call to book.

    Dr Bridget O’Connor

    General Practitioner

    Bridget is Principal GP at Sirona Women’s Health, she enjoys all aspects of General Practice however is passionate about women’s health.  She also enjoys travel medicine. Bridget completed her Medical degree at the University of Queensland and obtained her FRACGP in 2016. She has worked in various parts of Queensland but has settled back in Brisbane.  In her spare time she loves to travel. 

    *Limited new patient availability, please call to book.

  • Dr Naomi Odorico
    General Practitioner

    Naomi is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health. She enjoys all aspects of general practice.

    Dr Naomi Odorico

    General Practitioner

    Naomi is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.  Naomi has had a varied and interesting career before eventually settling into General Practice.  She completed her Medical degree at the University of Queensland. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, however at Sirona Women’s Health she enjoys focusing on antenatal care, reproductive medicine and weight management. In her spare time she enjoys reading, escaping the city and spending time with her animals.

  • Dr Alison Holmes
    General Practitioner

    Alison is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.  She has been working as a GP in Brisbane since 2009, after graduating from Newcastle, UK in 2002.

    *Limited new patient availability, please call to book.

    Dr Alison Holmes

    General Practitioner

    Alison is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.  She has been working as a GP in Brisbane since 2009, after graduating from Newcastle, UK in 2002.

    Her friendly smiley non-judgemental manner makes her very approachable and she truly values the relationships she builds with her patients.  

    Her special interests are focused around women’s health including perimenopause/menopause, antenatal care and pelvic pain, and enjoys the challenges of complex health problems and motivating patients to help optimise their health.

    She holds a diploma in family planning (UK), is a highly skilled IUD inserter (Mirena, Kyleena and copper), inserts contraceptive implants and performs iron infusions.

    *Limited new patient availability, please call to book.

    She has 3 young children to keep her busy and in her remaining slithers of spare time likes to keep fit and socialise with friends.

  • Dr Melissa Fowler
    General Practitioner

    Melissa is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health. Dr Melissa Fowler completed her medical degree at University of Queensland in 1995 and has been working as a dedicated women’s health GP since 2002.

    *Limited availability please call to book

    Dr Melissa Fowler

    General Practitioner

    Dr Melissa Fowler completed her medical degree at University of Queensland in 1995 and has been working as a dedicated women’s health GP since 2002. She is passionate about providing holistic and compassionate care to women at all stages of life.  She has a special interest in menopause/perimenopause and is a member of the Australian Menopause Society. She has two neurodiverse teenage children and when she is not at work loves to be anywhere out in nature.

    *Limited availability please call to book

  • Dr Anna Coghlan
    General Practitioner

    Dr Anna completed her medical studies with honours at the University of Queensland in 2015 and began her career as a GP in 2021. She is currently on maternity leave and looks forward to welcoming patients back upon her return.

    Dr Anna Coghlan

    General Practitioner
    Dr Anna completed her medical studies with honours at the University of Queensland in 2015 and began her career as a GP in 2021. She is currently on maternity leave and looks forward to welcoming patients back upon her return.
  • Dr Megan Young
    General Practitioner

    Megan is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.  Megan has practiced in a wide array of clinical settings, including in Sexual Health and Family Planning Clinics.

    Dr Megan Young

    General Practitioner

    Megan is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.  Megan has practiced in a wide array of clinical settings, including in Sexual Health and Family Planning Clinics.  She completed her Medical degree at James Cook University in Townsville. She enjoys all aspects of general practice, however she particularly enjoys menopause management, preventative care, weight loss medicine, contraception, and shared antenatal care. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her husband and two young children, reading, and doing pilates.

  • Dr Angela Sinclair-Ford
    Dr Angela Sinclair-Ford
    General Practitioner

    Dr Angela has 20+ years’ experience in Brisbane, with a strong focus on women’s health, including training in obstetrics, gynaecology, and sexual health in the UK and Australia.

    Dr Angela Sinclair-Ford

    Dr Angela Sinclair-Ford

    General Practitioner

    Dr Angela  is an experienced Dr who has worked in Brisbane and its surrounds for over 20 yrs. Angela has always had a passion for women’s health and in her early career spent several years in hospital obstetrics / gynaecology training, sexual health clinics and family planning clinics both in the UK and Australia. She enjoys all aspects of women’s health and has a special interest in menopause care. She aims to empower women across all age groups to provide healthcare for each individual.

    When not at work she can be found baking chocolate cake, or walking in and around Mt Cootha or on Bribie Island.

  • Dr Charmaine Chuo 
    General Practitioner

    Charmaine is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health. She has a special interest in all women’s health, particularly Sexual Health, Fertility and Family Planning, and Antenatal/Pregnancy Care.

    Dr Charmaine Chuo 

    General Practitioner

    Charmaine is a GP who consults at Sirona Women’s Health.

    She has a special interest in all women’s health, particularly Sexual Health, Fertility and Family Planning, and Antenatal/Pregnancy Care.

    She also enjoys taking a holistic approach to Weight Loss Counselling. In her spare time, Charmaine enjoys pilates, dancing and relaxing with her cat.

  • Clio Austin
    Clio Austin
    Exercise Physiologist

    Clio is an experienced exercise physiologist dedicated to empowering women on their journeys to holistic health and wellness.

    Clio Austin

    Clio Austin

    Exercise Physiologist

    Clio is an experienced exercise physiologist dedicated to empowering women on their journeys to holistic health and wellness. With a degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s in Workplace Injury Management and Occupational Rehabilitation, Clio combines her expertise with a client-centred approach to create personalised programs tailored to each woman’s unique needs.

    Specialising in peri and post-menopause, pre and post-natal care, pelvic health, exercise management for chronic health conditions, bone health, metabolic health, thyroid function, and much more, Clio offers a comprehensive approach to fitness and rehabilitation.

    As a mother of two, Clio understands the complexities of balancing health, family, and life’s demands. Her approach goes beyond physical fitness—she focuses on crafting sustainable, accessible solutions that support women during every stage of life, including pregnancy, post-partum recovery, menopause, and beyond. Through customised coaching, Clio empowers women to take charge of their health, achieve their goals, and build a foundation of strength, vitality, and confidence. When she’s not working with clients, you can find Clio staying active, reading, and enjoying quality time with her family

  • Susan - Sirona Women's Health Dietitian
    Susan McDougall
    Dietitian

    Susan, a dietitian with a Master of Dietetic Studies from UQ, understands the balance of family, work, and health, promoting practical, sustainable dietary changes.

    Susan - Sirona Women's Health Dietitian

    Susan McDougall

    Dietitian

    Susan completed her Master of Dietetic Studies at the University of Queensland following a career as a pharmacist. Her keen interest in perimenopause and menopause health has driven her to pursue further nutrition education in the field, and she is a member of the Australian Menopause Society.

    With two children of her own, Susan understands the challenges of balancing family, work, and everyday life while attempting to modify eating behaviours. She advocates for gradual, manageable changes that lead to lasting and meaningful improvements in health and well being.

INTRODUCTION

This privacy policy is to provide information to you, our patient, on how your personal information (which includes your health information) is collected and used within our practice, and the circumstances in which we may share it with third parties. Our obligations are set under the Privacy Act 1988.

WHAT IS PRIVACY?

As an individual, the Privacy Act grants you enhanced authority over the management of your personal data. Under the Privacy Act, you have the right to:

  • Understand the purpose behind the collection of your personal data, its intended use, and who will have access to it.
  • Opt not to disclose your identity or to use an alias in specific situations.
  • Request access to your personal data, including health information.
  • Cease receiving unsolicited direct marketing communications.
  • Request correction of any inaccuracies in your personal information.
  • Lodge a complaint against an organization or agency covered by the Privacy Act if you believe they have mishandled your personal information.

WHY AND WHEN YOUR CONSENT IS NECESSARY

By becoming a patient at our practice, you grant consent for our general practitioners and practice personnel to access and utilize your personal data to deliver optimal healthcare services. Access to your personal information will be restricted to staff members who require it for your care. Should there arise a necessity to utilize your information for purposes beyond healthcare provision, we will obtain your explicit consent beforehand.

HOW CAN YOU LODGE A PRIVACY RELATED COMPLAINT AND HOW THE COMPLAINT WILL BE HANDLED AT OUR PRACTICE

We treat privacy-related complaints and concerns with utmost seriousness. We encourage you to communicate any privacy issues you may have in written form. Subsequently, we will endeavor to address and resolve them in accordance with our established resolution procedure. Complaints can be forwarded to our Practice Manager delivered to 1/720 Ipswich Road, Annerley 4103. You may also wish to have a confidential chat with our Practice Manager beforehand. Our Practice Manager can be reached by phoning our practice during business hours – Monday – Friday. All complaints are likely to be responded to and actioned within 2 business days.

WHY DO WE COLLECT, USE, HOLD AND SHARE YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION

To deliver healthcare services effectively, our practice requires the collection of your personal information. Our primary objective in collecting, utilizing, storing, and managing your personal data is to oversee your healthcare needs. Additionally, we employ this information for associated business activities, including financial transactions, practice evaluations, accreditation processes, and operational functions such as staff training.

DEALING WITH OUT PRACTICE ANONYMOUSLY

You possess the right to engage with us anonymously or under a pseudonym, unless such actions are deemed impractical, or unless legal obligations or authorizations necessitate interaction solely with identified individuals.

WHAT TYPES OF INFORMATION DO WE COLLECT?

Your doctor relies on information regarding your past and present health to deliver quality care. Data pertaining to your health, medical history, or anticipated medical treatments is termed “personal health information” if it enables someone to identify you.

Our practice adheres to the Guidelines on Privacy in the Private Health Sector outlined by the Office of the Federal Privacy Commissioner. This commitment ensures the confidentiality and security of your personal health information.

We maintain a documented policy outlining the handling of your personal health information, which is accessible to all patients for review.

The information we collect encompasses:

  • Names, date of birth, addresses, and contact details
  • Medical details including medical history, medications, allergies, adverse events, immunizations, social history, family history, and risk factors
  • Medicare number (where available) for identification and claiming purposes
  • Healthcare identifiers
  • Health fund details

HOW WE COLLECT YOUR PERSONAL HEALTH INFORMATION

Our practice may gather your personal information through various channels:

  • During your initial appointment, our staff will collect your personal and demographic details as part of the registration process.
  • Throughout the provision of medical services, we may gather additional personal information.
  • Your personal information may also be obtained when you interact with us via our website, email, SMS, telephone calls, online appointments, or social media.
  • In certain situations, personal information may be sourced from other avenues, as it may not always be feasible or reasonable to collect it directly from you. This may involve information obtained from your guardian or responsible person, other healthcare providers involved in your care (such as specialists, allied health professionals, hospitals, community health services, pathology, and diagnostic imaging services), as well as pertinent information from your health fund, Medicare, or the Department of Veterans’ Affairs when necessary.

PRIVACY AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS

Our practice frequently receives communications via email, however in order to adhere to Australian Privacy Principals and ensure a more efficient and reliable service for our patients, we have transitioned away from email as our primary form of communication.

It’s important to note that our practice also does not engage in communication with patients via social media. We have implemented a social media policy to ensure adherence to professional standards. If you would like a copy of this policy, please inform our reception staff.

Our patients are still able to submit non-urgent enquiries via email or via our website however depending on the nature of the enquiry, should expect a 2 day turn around. For more urgent matters, we encourage our patients to phone our Practice during business hours – Monday-Friday.

Privacy is a priority for us, even on our website. Here’s how we ensure your privacy is respected:

  • Secure Connection: Our website is encrypted to protect your data when you interact with us online.
  • Limited Data Collection: We only collect necessary personal information on our website, and we’re transparent about what we collect and why.
  • Data Protection Measures: We employ robust security measures to safeguard any information you provide on our website from unauthorized access or misuse.
  • Third-Party Policies: If our website uses third-party services (like analytics or social media plugins), we ensure they also prioritize user privacy.
  • Cookie Policy: We inform you about our use of cookies and give you options to manage your preferences.
  • Clear Communication: We’re upfront about our privacy practices and provide easy-to-understand

WHERE WE STORE AND PROTECT PERSONAL HEALTH INFORMATION

This practice utilizes electronic records for efficient management of patient information. Any physical documents such as specialist letters, X-rays, CT scans, and pathology results received via post are securely stored away from public view until they are scanned into our computer system. Once the necessary actions have been taken, these documents are securely destroyed following appropriate protocols.

To ensure the security of personal health information, our practice implements various measures including screen savers, passwords, anti-viral software, firewalls, regular data backups, and maintenance routines.

Your doctor is committed to maintaining the integrity of your medical record, ensuring that it is:

  • Accurate, comprehensive, well-organized, and legible
  • Up-to-date
  • Sufficiently informative for another healthcare provider to deliver care
  • Free of offensive or irrelevant remarks
  • Includes a summary of your care
  • Can be used, with your permission, to remind you of follow-up appointments, checkups, and reviews

Your doctor will only collect information that is pertinent to your medical care. If you have any concerns or questions regarding the information being requested, don’t hesitate to ask your doctor for clarification.

WHEN, WHY AND WITH WHOM DO WE SHARE YOUR PERSONAL HEALTH INFORMATION

We occasionally share your personal information in the following circumstances:

  • With third parties collaborating with our practice for business purposes, such as accreditation agencies or information technology providers. These third parties are obligated to adhere to the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) and our privacy policy.
  • With other healthcare providers involved in your care.
  • When required or authorized by law, such as in response to court subpoenas.
  • In situations where it is necessary to mitigate or prevent a serious threat to a patient’s life, health, or safety, or to public health or safety, or when obtaining the patient’s consent is impractical.
  • To aid in locating a missing person or to establish, exercise, or defend a legal claim.
  • For confidential dispute resolution processes.
  • When statutory requirements mandate sharing certain personal information, such as mandatory notification of certain diseases.
  • As part of providing medical services, including through electronic transfer of prescriptions and My Health Record.
  • When booking appointments online via Hotdoc.

Access to your information is restricted to individuals who require it for legitimate purposes. Outside of providing medical services or as outlined in this policy, our practice will not share personal information with any third party without your written consent.

We will not disclose your personal information to entities outside Australia (except under exceptional circumstances permitted by law) without your written consent. Our practice will refrain from using your personal information for direct marketing of our goods or services without your explicit consent. If you do consent, you retain the right to opt out of direct marketing at any time by notifying our practice in writing.

Your personal information may be utilized by our practice to enhance the quality of services we offer through research and analysis of patient data. We may provide de-identified data to other organizations to improve population health outcomes. This information is securely stored within Australia, and patients cannot be individually identified. If you prefer not to have your information included, please inform our reception staff.

HOW YOU CAN ACCESS AND CORRECT YOUR PERSONAL HEALTH INFORMATION

You have the right to access the information contained in your medical record. We believe that sharing information fosters good communication between you and your doctor, promoting optimal healthcare.

Upon request, your doctor can provide you with an accurate and up-to-date summary of your care, such as when you are relocating and transitioning to a new healthcare provider. Feel free to ask your doctor for a summary of your care for any reason. If you request access to your full medical record or a summary, your doctor may need to redact any information provided by others on a confidential basis.

Your doctor must also consider the potential risk of physical or mental harm to you or others that could arise from disclosing your health information. While there are circumstances where access may be denied, you will be informed of the reasons if this occurs. In most cases, your doctor will gladly provide a thorough explanation of the health summary or medical record provided. Please note that a small but reasonable administration fee may be charged for such access, as well as the time spent with your doctor.

If you discover that the information in your record is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, our practice will take reasonable steps to rectify it. We may periodically ask you to confirm that your personal information held by our practice is correct and current. Additionally, you can request corrections or updates to your information by submitting written requests to our practice via email.

We do not recommend erasing information from your record, as this may lead to incomplete documentation.

POLICY REVIEW STATEMENT

This privacy policy undergoes regular review to ensure alignment with any changes that may arise. A copy of the most recent version of the privacy policy will always be accessible at the reception desk for your reference.

Please write your details as they appear on your Medicare Card.
Birth Sex
I identify as
Pronouns
Marital Status
Are you of Aboriginal or Torres Straight Islander decent?
Sirona Women’s Health acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work and pay our respects to Indigenous Elders past, present and emerging.
Preferred contact method
I hold a current and valid
Colour
Do you consent to Sirona Women’s Health sending you SMS reminders for your upcoming appointments/clinical reminders?
I authorise Sirona Women’s Health to contact my NOK/ Emergency contact if needed.
Do you consent to Sirona Women’s Health contacting you via email?
I acknowledge that I have read and comprehend the practice privacy brochure (copy found on our website).